In PersonPeriodic travel to project sites is required.
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least four years of experience with AutoCAD and ESRI GIS platforms.
Experience managing or supporting construction projects through planning, execution, and closeout phases.
Knowledge of construction management principles, scheduling, and contract administration.
Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and project teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or passport for commercial air travel.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.
Ability to work atypical hours during site visits when requested by the client or required by the role.
Ability to spend most of the day on one's feet at construction sites and move across outdoor and building terrain.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders to inspect building construction from foundations and crawlspaces to roofs.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds to transport office, safety, and construction equipment.
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day CAD support for assigned construction and facility engineering projects.
Support the COR and/or senior project leadership in executing contract requirements.
Coordinate with government stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and facility personnel.
Review construction schedules, design documents, drawings, and submittals for contract conformance.
Monitor project progress for alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
Identify construction issues and field conditions and support development of practical solutions.
Assist with preparing Statements of Work, cost estimates, and contract modifications.
Support acquisition activities, including responding to contractor questions and participating in site visits.
Attend and support contractor and government meetings and project coordination sessions.
Draft technical input for change orders and contract adjustments.
Ensure contractor deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements.
Support reporting, documentation, and project status updates for government stakeholders.
Assist with project closeout and turnover activities.
Travel periodically to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction.
Use personal protective equipment during site visits when required by site conditions.
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting federal agencies such as DHS, DoD, or similar organizations.
Experience working in active or secure facility environments.
Familiarity with federal construction contracting processes and documentation standards.
About Bodwé Group Companies
Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.
Disclosure
This is a federal contracting opportunity that we, the Company, are bidding on and has not been awarded. The availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the contract.
Position Summary
We are seeking experienced CAD/GIS Support professional. This individualis responsible forensuring the AutoCAD and GIS files are kept updated. to support construction and facility engineering operations at the James J. Rowley Training Center (JJRTC), the primary training facility for the United States Secret Service in Laurel, Maryland.
This position is focused on hands-on project execution, field coordination, and technical support across all phases of construction and facility improvement efforts.
Accommodation Requests
We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact [email protected].
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following inexhaustive list of duties represents a sample of work routinely performed by this role:
Provide day-to-day CAD support for assigned construction and facility engineering projects
Support the COR and/or senior project leadership in the execution of contract requirements
Coordinate with Government stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and facility personnel
Review construction schedules, design documents, drawings, and submittals for contract conformance
Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements
Identify construction issues and field conditions; support development of practical solutions
Assist with preparation of Statements of Work (SOWs), cost estimates, and contract modifications
Support acquisition activities including responding to contractor questions and participating in site visits
Attend and support contractor/Government meetings and project coordination sessions
Draft technical input for change orders and contract adjustments
Ensure contractor deliverables meet contractual and technical requirements
Support reporting, documentation, and project status updates for Government stakeholders
Assist with project closeout and turnover activities
Education, Experience, and Technical Skills
Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 4 years’ experience with Auto CAD and ESRI GIS platforms
Experience managing or supporting construction projects through planning, execution, and closeout phases
Strong knowledge of construction management principles, scheduling, and contract administration
Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and project teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain required Government security clearance(s)
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Preferred Education, Experience, and Technical Skills
Experience supporting federal agencies such as DHS, DoD, or similar environments
Experience working in active or secure facility environments
Familiarity with federal construction contracting processes and documentation standards
Working Environment
This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery.
This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.
Physical Demands
Sitting/Standing:This is not a sedentary role. This role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a construction site for most of the day interacting with contractors, contractor representatives, and inspecting the construction work that is being performed.
Walking: This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to access a construction site to provide quality assurance services.
Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing to inspect all aspects of building construction to foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.
Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.
Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.
Seeing: This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.
Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Bodwé Group Companies engage in federal contracting. Therefore, we would be thrilled to accept applications or referrals to hire veterans.
Native American Hiring Preference
Our parent company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. For purposes of this section, “qualified” means that the applicant meets the technical and experiential needs for employment; and “suitable” means that the candidate appears to be the best fit considering present circumstances and conditions. Targeted preference is in the following order:
First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; and
Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; and
Third, to other qualified Native Americans; and
Fourth, to all other qualified applicants
Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.
Home Office Connectivity Requirements for Hybrid & Remote Positions
To ensure reliable collaboration, client service, and secure access to company systems, the Company requires minimum connectivity standards to be eligible or remain eligible to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. Employees working remotely must maintain broadband internet service capable of consistently supporting video conferencing, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based applications. Hybrid or remote work eligibility may be reassessed if connectivity standards are not met. This includes:
Wired broadband service (cable, fiber, or DSL) with at least minimum 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload
Some positions may require minimum 200-300 Mbps download / 25-35 Mbps upload speed
Cellular hotspot or fixed wireless cellular services (e.g., T-Mobile Home Internet) may not be used as a primary connection. The Company will comply with all local, state, and federal requirements as it relates to the reimbursement of home internet expenses. Eligibility for reimbursement of home internet expenses is defined in a separate policy.